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Pfizer UK, Entia partner on home blood monitoring device for breast cancer patients

Pharma Times

Through Entia’s virtual oncology platform, patients are able to perform their own blood tests

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The tech revolution reshaping European healthcare

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The European health tech industry has made a “quantum leap” into using digital health technology due to the pandemic with the help of a growing number of trailblazing entrepreneurs, according to AlbionVC. The London-based venture capital firm provides a useful overview of how healthcare has changed over the last decade, and where digital health is expected to make the most impact in the future, in their first Health Tech primer for Europe report.

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Phony Diagnoses Hide High Rates of Drugging at Nursing Homes

NY Times

At least 21 percent of nursing home residents are on antipsychotic drugs, a Times investigation found.

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Gates Foundation, Exscientia enter $70m agreement to develop COVID-19 treatments

Outsourcing Pharma

The pharma tech firm has forged a four-year partnership with the foundation to develop antivirals for COVID-19 and other viruses with pandemic potential.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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NHS England launches large-scale trial of ‘revolutionary’ cancer test

Pharma Times

The Galleri test is able to identify the ‘earliest’ signs of cancer in the blood

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Digital health approach improves neurosurgery care, says study

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Deployment of digital health technologies during the pandemic improved patient satisfaction, expanded the delivery of care and augmented training of staff at a leading neurosurgery provider in the US, according to a new study. Faced with the disruption caused by the COVID-19 crisis, Cleveland Clinic centres implemented a number telehealth and audio-visual technologies to compensate for the difficulties in having face-to-face interactions with patients.

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FDA approves IND application for peanut allergy drug candidate

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The US agency has given the go-ahead to Cour Pharmaceuticals to evaluate the safety and efficacy of CNP-201, a drug intended to treat peanut allergies.

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Novartis says its radioligand therapy boosts health-related quality of life

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177Lu-PSMA-617 is being evaluated for the treatment of metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer

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EU ‘negotiating with Valneva’ over COVID-19 vaccine contract

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The European Commission is reportedly in advanced discussions with French biotech Valneva about picking up the contract to supply COVID-19 vaccines that was terminated by the UK government this week. A French government source told Reuters that the EU is considering using the VLA2001 vaccine as part of its booster campaign plans, along with a shot from Sanofi and GlaxoSmithKline.

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New patent for Glaxosmithkline drug ANORO ELLIPTA

Drug Patent Watch

Annual Drug Patent Expirations for ANORO+ELLIPTA Anoro Ellipta is a drug marketed by Glaxosmithkline and is included in one NDA. It is available from one supplier. There are fourteen patents…. The post New patent for Glaxosmithkline drug ANORO ELLIPTA appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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From Diagnosis to Delivery: How AI is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Founder & CEO at Tattva Health Inc.

The healthcare landscape is being revolutionized by AI and cutting-edge digital technologies, reshaping how patients receive care and interact with providers. In this webinar led by Simran Kaur, we will explore how AI-driven solutions are enhancing patient communication, improving care quality, and empowering preventive and predictive medicine. You'll also learn how AI is streamlining healthcare processes, helping providers offer more efficient, personalized care and enabling faster, data-driven

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How pharmacists can partner with health coaches

Pharma Mirror

What is a health coach? A health coach is someone with expertise in wellness who assists people achieve good health by being a mentor and educator on lifestyle and nutritional changes. It is important to understand that health coaching is not only about nutrition, but instead, health coaches offer people a holistic approach to creating and sustaining healthy habits.

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England to offer COVID-19 jabs to 12- to 15-year-olds

Pharma Times

Children in this age group will be offered one dose of the Pfizer/BioNTech jab from next week

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Coalition formed to represent patient interests in digital health

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Not enough is being done to ensure that patient voices are included in policymaking around digital health, says a new patient organisation in the UK, which aims to set that situation right. The Patient Coalition for AI, Data and Digital Tech in Health has brought together members of patient organisations, medical colleges and health charities to tackle issues such as ensuring equitable access to digital health services.

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New patent expiration for Pfizer drug ZYVOX

Drug Patent Watch

Annual Drug Patent Expirations for ZYVOX Zyvox is a drug marketed by Pfizer and is included in three NDAs. It is available from four suppliers. There are two patents protecting…. The post New patent expiration for Pfizer drug ZYVOX appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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Democrats’ Stumble on Drug Prices Shows Power of Industry

NY Times

An attempt in the House to take a bite out of drug companies meets resistance.

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First patient receives low-dose psilocybin in rare headache disorder trial

Pharma Times

Phase Ib trial is evaluating the potential benefit of low-dose psilocybin as a treatment for SUNHA

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Taking stock of NHS medicines optimisation

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Given the rising cost of medicines as a share of the NHS budget in England, the establishment of ICSs provides a timely opportunity to take stock on delivering medicines optimisation at local level, says NHS Gloucestershire CCG’s Ellen Rule. Medicines optimisation aims to improve health outcomes, service quality, and sustainability by ensuring patients are taking their prescribed medicines as recommended to derive the intended benefits and avoid incurring harms.

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Pfizer, Myovant announce sNDA review for endometriosis treatment

Outsourcing Pharma

The two companies are collaborating on development of Myfembree, a combination therapy to treat the painful condition affecting millions of women worldwide.

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Position Your Pharmacy for Expansion

Speaker: Chris Antypas and Josh Halladay

Access to limited distribution drugs and payer contracts are key to pharmacy expansion. But how do you prepare your operations to take the next step? Meaningful data: Collect and share clinical data regarding outcomes, utilization, and more Reporting: Limited distribution models require efficient tracking and reporting systems Workflows: Align workflows with specific pharma and payer contractual requirements For in-depth, expert insights on pharmacy expansion, watch this webinar from Inovalon.

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Drug Plan Fails, Signaling Thorny Path for Democrats’ $3.5 Trillion Bill

NY Times

Senior Democrats said they could still preserve elements of their plan to lower prescription drug prices, but they have little room for defections, and divisions remain on that and other issues.

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New patient coalition for digital tech in health launches

Pharma Times

Coalition unites a range of stakeholders across healthcare

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AI aims to prevent unneeded treatment for deep vein thrombosis

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Researchers in the UK are working on an artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm to help diagnose deep vein thrombosis (DVT) from ultrasound images – and potentially prevent patients from receiving drugs unnecessarily. The team from Oxford University, Imperial College London and the University of Sheffield are working with German tech company ThinkSono on the smartphone-based app, called AutoDVT, and estimate it could cut the cost to health services of each examination by up to $150.

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Which drugs have the most supplementary protection certificates?

Drug Patent Watch

This chart shows the drugs with the most supplementary protection certificates (SPCs). SPCs are used in European Union and select others to encourage pharmaceutical innovation by compensating for the long…. The post Which drugs have the most supplementary protection certificates? appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

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Democratic Divisions Flare Over Tax Increases and Drug Pricing

NY Times

In both the House and the Senate, Democrats are working to resolve their internal differences on a huge social policy measure that will require near-total unity to pass.

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Keytruda made available on the NHS for certain oesophageal cancer patients

Pharma Times

Approximately 1,000 people will be eligible for the treatment in England

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First subject dosed in psilocybin trial for rare headache disorder

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The first patient has received a low dose of Beckley Psytech’s psychedelic medicine psilocybin in a clinical trial for short-lasting unilateral neuralgiform headache attacks (SUNHA), a rare disorder. The UK company says that SUNHA is a debilitating condition that is estimated to affect 40,000 patients in US and Europe. It is characterised by short, extremely painful headaches that can occur many times a day, and there is currently no approved treatment for the condition.

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Available for Preorder: The 2021-22 Economic Report on Pharmaceutical Wholesalers and Specialty Distributors

Drug Channels

On October 5, 2021, Drug Channels Institute will release The 2021–22 Economic Report on Pharmaceutical Wholesalers and Specialty Distributors. This report—our twelfth edition— remains the most comprehensive, fact-based tool for understanding and analyzing the large and growing U.S. pharmaceutical distribution industry. We are providing you with the opportunity to preorder this thoroughly updated and revised 2021-22 edition at special discounted prices.

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Enhance Healthcare Efficiency With Top Payroll & HCM Services

Running a healthcare facility requires precision and care, not just for patients but also for your staff. Our guide, "A Buyer’s Guide to Payroll & HCM Services," helps healthcare providers choose the best provider. Efficient payroll management ensures timely, accurate payments, critical for maintaining staff morale and trust. Compliance support helps navigate complex healthcare regulations and avoid costly fines.

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Global Genes kicks off rare-disease patient engagement effort

Outsourcing Pharma

The advocacy organization's PIE4CNS initiative is aimed at targeting and reducing gaps in diagnosis, research, and trials for rare neurological conditions.

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Research identifies possible link between antibiotic use and breast cancer growth

Pharma Times

Researchers discovered that treating mice with broad-spectrum antibiotics increased the rate at which their breast cancer tumours grew

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AI as Business Leverage in Pharma & Life Sciences

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If there was an AI solution in the Life Sciences field, able to represent a real opportunity in terms of Customer Engagement and Digital Transformation, and if some of the most important players in the industry already had it, would you like to have the opportunity to listen to them? . . This and other trend topics, will be discussed on September 29th , at the digital event “ AI as Business Leverage in Pharma & Life Sciences Industries ” by Trueblue , an Italian IT company that

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Connected Solutions Are Simplifying Specialty Medication Access

Drug Channels

Today’s guest post comes from Vicki Muscarella, Vice President of Specialty at CoverMyMeds. Vicki discusses the advantages of integrated technology solutions in enhancing specialty patients' access to therapy, affordability, and adherence. CoverMyMeds now includes RelayHealth, RxCrossroads by McKesson, and McKesson Prescription automation. Click here to sign up for complimentary early access to the specialty edition of the CoverMyMeds 2021 Medication Access Report.

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5 Reasons to Upgrade Your Pharmacy Management Software

Are you still using workarounds to manage your daily operations? To achieve peak performance, it's time to explore other options for specialty and infusion pharmacy software. Streamline pharmacy operations and improve clinical performance with automated processing, real-time data exchange, and electronic decision support. Download this helpful infographic to: Drive efficiency and patient adherence from referral receipt to delivery and ongoing care – all with our Pharmacy Cloud.